How To Fix HRPAYDESV552 - A maximum of 31 absence times is permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDESV - Error Messages Germany Payroll, Social Insurance

• Message number: 552

• Message text: A maximum of 31 absence times is permitted

What causes this issue?

Since a maximum of one absence time can be reported for each day, this
means that a maximum of 31 absence times are allowed for each
notification period. However, the report has calculated &v1& absence
times for the employees.

System Response

The notification is created with the status <ZK>With Errors</>.

How to fix this error?

You may have to correct the error in the report. Contact SAP Support.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDESV552 - A maximum of 31 absence times is permitted ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDESV552 indicates that a maximum of 31 absence times has been exceeded in the payroll processing for an employee. This error typically arises in the context of payroll calculations when the system encounters more absence records than it is configured to handle for a given period.
  Cause:
  
  Excess Absences: The employee has more than 31 absence records (e.g., sick leave, vacation, etc.) for the payroll period being processed.
  Configuration Limits: The system is configured to allow a maximum of 31 absence records, which is a common limit in many SAP HR configurations.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be data entry errors where absences have been incorrectly recorded multiple times.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Absence Records: Check the employee's absence records in the system to identify and confirm the number of absence entries. This can be done through transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data).
  Consolidate Absences: If there are multiple entries for the same absence period, consider consolidating them into a single record if applicable.
  Adjust Configuration: If the business process requires more than 31 absence records, consult with your SAP HR configuration team to see if the limit can be increased. This may involve changes in the configuration settings for absence types.
  Data Cleanup: Remove any duplicate or erroneous absence entries that may have been mistakenly recorded.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to absence management and payroll processing for further guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context on handling absence records.
  Payroll Processing: Understand the payroll processing cycle and how absence records impact payroll calculations.
  HR Master Data: Familiarize yourself with the HR master data structure, especially how absence types and records are managed within the system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP HR to further investigate the problem.